Mary Beth Jarvis

Mary Beth joined in August 2019 to launch the NXT STAGE Pilot Competition, which challenges global startups to bring innovative solutions to Kansas businesses and communities.

Previously, she was President and CEO of Wichita Festivals, Inc. which produces diverse community celebrations, including Riverfest, one of the 40 largest outdoor events in the world. For 15 years prior to that, she was at Koch Industries, Inc., with roles that included Director of Public & International Affairs and Vice President of the Public Affairs Division. Before that, she was a Captain in the U.S. Air Force.